It is listed as an event on the schedule but no official word yet from the BJCP; last couple of years there was no posting on it until about a month out from the conference. I saw Gordon this weekend, too, and meant to ask but got talking about other beer things...I have found it to be a very informative and worthwhile part of the pre-conference and one I'd highly recommend to all the BJCP judges who attend the conference. Keep watch on the website: www.bjcp.org for info.

It is definitely happening. Details are being finalized now and signup will be advertised widely soon. It should not be an either/or thing ... I know many people who will be doing both the BJCP dinner and the party.

Everything is on the Chillin in MInnesota site, including the BJCP dinner and the BN/NB party. I know the brewery tour is making a late pass by Summit for the BJCP dinner, so you may do both of those. If you have any other questions on overlapping you may email the specific event coordinator.